Target will only sell cereals without synthetic colors
This spring, Target is making a significant change to its cereal offerings by only offering cereals made without synthetic colors. Here's what you need to know.
This spring, Target is making a significant change to its cereal offerings by only offering cereals made without synthetic colors. Here's what you need to know.
Everyone Reading Illinois to host dyslexia awareness fundraiser | ChicagoNOW
Everyone Reading Illinois is holding its annual fundraiser at the University Club of Chicago to support dyslexia awareness and literacy programs. Organizers say proceeds will help fund education, advocacy and early intervention efforts.
Everyone Reading Illinois is holding its annual fundraiser at the University Club of Chicago to support dyslexia awareness and literacy programs. Organizers say proceeds will help fund education, advocacy and early intervention efforts.
Katherine Short, daughter of Martin Short, dies at 42: report
Katherine Hartley Short, the 42-year-old daughter of actor Martin Short and Nancy Dolman, has died in Los Angeles.
Katherine Hartley Short, the 42-year-old daughter of actor Martin Short and Nancy Dolman, has died in Los Angeles.
Father's viral TikTok brings thousands of Latinos to national donor database
A father posted his first TikTok this month, in a last-ditch effort to find a bone marrow donor for his teenage son. His plea to the Latino community to join the National Marrow Donor Program went viral, and encouraged thousands of people to sign up.
A father posted his first TikTok this month, in a last-ditch effort to find a bone marrow donor for his teenage son. His plea to the Latino community to join the National Marrow Donor Program went viral, and encouraged thousands of people to sign up.
What women can do right now to lower cancer risk
Dr. Dario Roque from Northwestern Medicine explains how routine screenings, vaccines and everyday choices can help prevent certain cancers and improve women’s long-term health.
Dr. Dario Roque from Northwestern Medicine explains how routine screenings, vaccines and everyday choices can help prevent certain cancers and improve women’s long-term health.
Chicago dad welcomes son after rare testicular cancer
A cancer diagnosis at 38 left Kevin Hull with tough choices, including whether he could have more children. Here’s how science helped his family grow.
A cancer diagnosis at 38 left Kevin Hull with tough choices, including whether he could have more children. Here’s how science helped his family grow.
Chicago father welcomes son after rare testicular cancer
A cancer diagnosis at 38 left Kevin Hull with tough choices, including whether he could have more children. Here’s how science helped his family grow.
A cancer diagnosis at 38 left Kevin Hull with tough choices, including whether he could have more children. Here’s how science helped his family grow.
'Jersey Shore' star Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi reveals stage 1 cervical cancer diagnosis
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi announced she has been diagnosed with stage 1 cervical cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi announced she has been diagnosed with stage 1 cervical cancer.
Local runners tackle marathons in Antarctica and Tokyo despite heart issues | ChicagoNOW
Two local runners are about to secure some major accomplishments. After experiencing heart challenges, Mike Sheehy and Gisselle Izaguirre, are gearing up to run marathons in Antarctica and Tokyo.
Two local runners are about to secure some major accomplishments. After experiencing heart challenges, Mike Sheehy and Gisselle Izaguirre, are gearing up to run marathons in Antarctica and Tokyo.
Blood test could predict what age Alzheimer's symptoms will start, new study suggests
A blood test could reveal at what age a person will see symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease before they happen, according to a new study.
A blood test could reveal at what age a person will see symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease before they happen, according to a new study.
Illinois erases $1.1B in medical debt for more than 500K residents
More than 500,000 Illinois residents are receiving letters this week, saying their medical debt has been erased.
More than 500,000 Illinois residents are receiving letters this week, saying their medical debt has been erased.
Bayer proposes $7.25B plan to settle Roundup cancer lawsuits
Bayer is proposing a $7.25 billion plan to settle thousands of lawsuits claiming its Roundup weedkiller caused cancer.
Bayer is proposing a $7.25 billion plan to settle thousands of lawsuits claiming its Roundup weedkiller caused cancer.
Mark Zuckerberg to testify in landmark social media addiction trial
Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg is set to take the stand in a California courtroom as a jury considers claims that platforms like Facebook and Instagram were designed to addict young users, while fellow defendants YouTube and others face mounting scrutiny after TikTok and Snap Inc. reached settlements.
Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg is set to take the stand in a California courtroom as a jury considers claims that platforms like Facebook and Instagram were designed to addict young users, while fellow defendants YouTube and others face mounting scrutiny after TikTok and Snap Inc. reached settlements.
Could injections improve Olympic performance? Surgeon explains viral trend | ChicagoNOW
Rumors of hyaluronic acid procedures among Olympic ski jumpers have raised questions about effects, safety and fairness. Dr. Caughlin explains the claims and potential impact.
Rumors of hyaluronic acid procedures among Olympic ski jumpers have raised questions about effects, safety and fairness. Dr. Caughlin explains the claims and potential impact.
Christy Carlson Romano, former Disney star, reveals positive cancer screening results
Christy Carlson Romano shared in an emotional video on Tuesday that she received positive results from a recent cancer screening and plans to undergo a PET scan.
Christy Carlson Romano shared in an emotional video on Tuesday that she received positive results from a recent cancer screening and plans to undergo a PET scan.
How to treat and prevent norovirus
Norovirus is spreading again, causing vomiting, diarrhea and stomach cramps. Doctors say most cases clear up in a few days, but prevention is key.
Norovirus is spreading again, causing vomiting, diarrhea and stomach cramps. Doctors say most cases clear up in a few days, but prevention is key.
Expert shares why cutting sugar matters for your liver | ChicagoNOW
Health educator Troy Duell from Centurion Health discussed hidden sugars in everyday foods and how reducing intake can support liver health.
Health educator Troy Duell from Centurion Health discussed hidden sugars in everyday foods and how reducing intake can support liver health.
Chicago teen whose father was detained by ICE dies from cancer
The Chicago teenager who fought for her father’s release from ICE custody last year, has died from a rare cancer, according to a family spokesperson.
The Chicago teenager who fought for her father’s release from ICE custody last year, has died from a rare cancer, according to a family spokesperson.
A mother's journey raising a son with Angelman Syndrome | ChicagoNOW
Angelman Syndrome impacts 1 in 15,000 people. Elizabeth O'Connor joins in studio to share more about her son Ryan, who has Angelman Syndrome. International Angelman day is February 15th.
Angelman Syndrome impacts 1 in 15,000 people. Elizabeth O'Connor joins in studio to share more about her son Ryan, who has Angelman Syndrome. International Angelman day is February 15th.
Popular weight-loss drugs linked to rare 'pirate disease,' researchers warn
Researchers are raising flags about GLP-1 weight-loss medications potentially increasing the risk of a rare disease.
Researchers are raising flags about GLP-1 weight-loss medications potentially increasing the risk of a rare disease.